Welcome to Orange County Children’s Theatre’s summer production of Mary Poppins.These talented actors, actresses, and directors have worked hard and poured countlesshours into rehearsing in order to bring this classic tale to life.

Orange County Children’s Theatre was founded in 1969 with the mission to provideopportunities and instruction in theater arts to children and families throughout OrangeCounty, but our organization provides so much more. I have seen the results of childrenwho find themselves in unhealthy environments where their bad choices lead themdown paths of self destruction. OCCT is a safe, family friendly environment where allof our children can feel free to express themselves while developing important life skillssuch as leadership, confidence, and respect for others and oneself.

I would like to thank the administrative board for answering my call to serve thiswonderful organization. I especially want to recognize the parent volunteers. OCCTcould not continue without their hard work and dedication. They are truly the backboneof our organization and a shining example of what volunteerism can achieve.

Grace Lutheran School deserves special recognition from OCCT for the generous use oftheir facilities and our show sponsors are always deserving of a special thank you!

If your family is interested in OCCT, please speak with any board member or check outour website at www.occt.org for more information. We also welcome your generousdonations to assist with these fabulous productions for our young thespians.

Enjoy the show!!

OCCT ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD 2014-2015President: Jeff Walker

Vice President: Sean SandExecutive Secretary: Joanne BoothProduction Secretary: Nancy Stapp

Treasurer: Todd Young

BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2014-2015President: Linda Long

Members: Pam Tice, Nancie Lafferty,Bruce Molyneaux, Sandra Levy,

Mark Goldhammer, Christopher Love,Debi Windle

A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Traversand the Walt Disney Film

Original Music and Lyrics byRichard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman

Book byJulian Fellowes

New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics byGeorge Stiles and Anthony Drewe

Co-Created byCameron Mackintosh

Projections provided by Lissa Ortego of the Southern Miss School of Music and Musical Theater Orange County

Flying effects presented by

Orange County Children’s TheatreProduction of

Director: Kathy Busby

Vocal Director: Terri Wilson

Choreographer: Hanne Schmidt

Vocals & Choreographer: Julie Matthews

Dialect Coach: Alex Van Boerum

Telegrammer Choreographer: Megan WalkerHannah Cole

Producer: Todd Young, Elisa Villalobos

Stage Manager: Sean Sand, Doug Sillasen

Set Design: Liz Gibson

Lighting Design: Stephanie Laing

Set Leads: Doug Smith, Peter Rasoe, Billy Sarno

Prop Master: Dianna Arroyo

Costume Design: Joanne Booth &Cathy Walker

Hair and Makeup: Elisa Villalobos

Flying by Foy

Kathy Busby- Director

Kathy is excited to direct OCCT’s Mary Poppins this summer.Besides directing, her theater background includeseverything from producing, writing, set design, make-up, andcostumes. She has directed over 60 shows for La Habra DepotTheater, Sowers Middle School, Marina High School,Broadway on Tour, and Orange County Children’s Theatre.She has directed casts of all sizes (up to 380 people) and ofall ages. Some of her favorite shows include Seussical, Josephand the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Grease, and Beautyand the Beast. Kathy sends a big hug and thank you to thestage and production crew. You are Ah-May-Zing!!! And a

shout-out to the hard working and fun cast members. She can't thank Hanne, Julie, and Terrienough for their creativity, enormous talents, and friendship. She also wants to thank Sean forall his support, expertise, and calming influence. And lastly, she dedicates this beautiful storyto all who had a part in its creation: P. L.Travers and her precise imagination; the Shermanbrothers, for their care, inspiring melodies, inventive lyrics, and humor; the entire team thatbrought this show to the stage; and to Walt Disney, for his tenacity and vision to bring MaryPoppins to countless generations of families who need to be reminded that “a spoonful of sugarhelps the medicine go down.”

Terri Wilson - Vocal Director

Terri has so enjoyed her first experience working with OCCT!What a fantastic organization, that is so well organized andfilled with wonderful caring volunteers. It has been a pleasurefor her to work with and learn from all of you. While workingwith OCCT is a new experience for Terri, the performing artshas been a major part of her life for many years. She has beeninvolved with directing, serving as musical director, andproducing various musicals for Sowers Middle School overthe past 10 years. Some of her favorites include The MusicMan, Beauty and the Beast, Joseph and the AmazingTechnicolor Dreamcoat, and The Sound of Music. She has also

directed the bands and choirs at Sowers Middle School for the past 20 years. She sends a hugeshout-out to a very talented OCCT Mary Poppins cast; to the amazing, creative direction of KathyBusby; to the exceptional choreography, created and taught by Hanne; and to the talented Julie,with whom it’s been a real pleasure to work with in teaching the vocals for Mary Poppins. Bestof luck to this talented, remarkable cast!!

Alex Van Boerum - Dialect Cach

Alex Van Boerum was born and raised in southern England, which is her only qualification forbeing an accent coach! Before moving to SoCal in 2002 she lived and worked in London as apress officer for the Home Office (i.e. State Dept.) and Scotland Yard. She lives in Fountain Valleywith her four children, none of whom have British accents as convincing as the kids in this play!

Hanne Schmidt - Choreographer

Hanne holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Educationfrom Brigham Young University, where she was also amember and choreographer of the NDA national championdance team, the Cougarettes. She has performed in BYUfootball and basketball games, NBA Utah Jazz half times,and the many venues of the Salt Lake Winter 2002Olympics. Upon returning to California, Hanne danced onthe streets of Disneyland and California Adventure in "AChristmas Fantasy" and "Block Party Bash". She has alsoworked professionally for the Crystal Cathedral's "Creation,"Mattel's Barbie Doll Collector's Convention, and "The RickThomas Magic Show”. Hanne has worked with the dancers

at many Orange County high schools and was the dance director at Tarbut V' Torah for severalyears. She has been dedicated to developing talent within the dancers at FOCUS Dance Centerin Irvine over the past 12 years and in doing so has received special recognition for herchoreography at various competitions. Hanne has choreographed musicals for University HighSchool, Edison High School, and local churches and is thrilled to make connections with such adelightful cast and staff for her first OCCT show. She loves most of all to spend time with herhusband and three sons. She hopes that she inspires all to "reach for the heavens" and risebeyond what they think they are capable of.

Julie Matthews - Vocals & Choreographer

Miss Julie wears different theater hats and enjoys them all.Her music director skills began forming at age 5 with pianolessons, which continued into her high school years. Duringcollege, she was the accompanist for two professional vocalteachers, which led to her accompanying and vocal directingchurch choirs and musical reviews. Her vocal experienceincludes performing lead roles in Wizard of Oz, Seven Bridesfor Seven Brothers, The Sound of Music and more. Herchoreographer history began as a teen when she earned aspot on a competition clogging team, which eventuallytransitioned to other forms of dance and becoming amember of the top performing group of the US and World

Champion BYU Ballroom Team. Miss Julie has choreographed all styles of dance, including aprevious production of Cinderella for OCCT. She states that this theater group has some of thenicest parents and children she has ever met. It has been one of the best experiences in her theatercareer to work with them.

Champion BYU Ballroom Team. Miss Julie has choreographed all styles of dance, including a

Kylan ArmentaPoliceman /Ensemble

I am 18 years old and overjoyedto be a part of my favoritechildhood musical. I can stillremember jumping around thehouse every time "Step in Time"came on. I would like to thankmy parents and choir teacher formaking me the singer I amtoday.

CAST

Bella ArnoldEnsemble*

This is my 4th OCCT show. Pastroles include Sharpay in HighSchool Musical Jr. (MVMS) andthe White Rabbit in Alice inWonderland (OCCT). This fall Iwill attend OCSA's MusicalTheater Conservatory. Thankyou to my parents, brothers, theTot Squad, Nerd herd,Huntington Academy of Dance,and my Fansie squad for theirendless support. "The world isya erster." -Newsies

Kai ArroyoChimney Sweep

Hello all, and thank you forjoining us on Cherry Tree Lane.I am very excited to be back withOCCT. I have done two othershows with them: The MusicMan, where I was theConductor/Ensemble, and Alicein Wonderland, where I playedthe Mad Hatter. I am verygrateful to the directors for thisamazing opportunity. Enjoy theshow!

Emily AshcraftChimney Sweep

Hi everyone! I'm so happy to bea part of Mary Poppins thissummer! This is my first OCCTproduction, however I do takepart in the Fall and Springproductions at Marina HighSchool. I have just finished myrun as Ruth Devereaux inThoroughly Modern Millie andI'm so excited to perform as achimney sweep! A huge thanksto everyone! Enjoy the show!

Pilar BascopeEnsemble

Hi! Thank you all for joining usfor OCCT’s production of MaryPoppins. This is my fourth showwith OCCT. I’m twelve years oldand going into seventh grade atSt. Joachim’s. I have previouslybeen in Snow White and theSeven Dwarfs, Wizard of Oz,Hairspray, Sound of Music, Intothe Woods, and The Music Man.May the rest of your day bePractically Perfect!

Adam BlanchardBert

I am so excited to be back atOCCT this summer. I am 16years old and heading into myjunior year at Huntington BeachHigh School. There, I attend theAcademy for the PerformingArts majoring in musical theatreand minoring in dance, tapensemble. I would like to thankmy family as well as thedirectors for this amazingopportunity. Enjoy!

Sarah BielickiEnsemble

I'm 15 and will be a freshman atHBHS. I am honored andexcited to be in APA's MusicalTheater program. This is my10th production and 5th withOCCT. Some of my favoriteroles are Scarecrow in Wizardof Oz, Alice in Alice'sWonderland, Edie in Annie, andBeatrice in Music Man. I alsoenjoy writing, drawing andreading. Thanks to my friendsand family for supporting me.

Bria BoothKatie Nana/

Chimney Sweep

I'm a 16 year old Junior atRolling Hills Preparatory Schoolwhere I'm on the RoboticsTeam, Cheer, Thespians,National Honor Society and theYearbook Editor. I've lovedbeing a part of the OCCT familysince I was 9 and this will be my18th show! My favorite roleswere Maria in Sound of Musicand Marian in The Music Man.My dream is to be an AerospaceEngineer working at Space X!

Omar ChoyChimney Sweep

Welcome, this is my first showwith OCCT. I am 17 years oldand going into the 12th grade atLos Alamitos High School.Thanks to the production teamfor working so hard and puttingon a great show. Now, sit backand enjoy.

Bridget DeMariaChimney Sweep

This is my 5th show with OCCT.I'm 17 and going into my senioryear at Los Alamitos HS whereI am a member of their nationalchampionship show choir,SoundFX. Some past rolesinclude the Witch in Into theWoods and Mother Abbess inThe Sound of Music. I would liketo thank the directors andvolunteers who make this showpossible and my family andfriends who support me.

Sydney DeMariaMary Poppins

I am thrilled to perform with myOCCT family and still can'tbelieve I get to play such aniconic character. My mostrecent OCCT role was Frenchyin Grease. I also loveperforming with Los AlamitosHS's show choir, SoundFX. Iwant to thank everyone involvedwith this show, including theSherman brothers, because wereally could not have done thiswithout their hard workt. Enjoy!

Lindsey DenboEnsemble

This is my 6th show with theOCCT family. My favorite rolewas Amaryllis in The MusicMan. When I'm not on stage I'mplaying tennis or minecraft.Hope you enjoy the show!

NatalieDoumanian

Chimney Sweep

Welcome to Mary Poppins! I'mfourteen years old and afreshman in the APA programat Huntington Beach HighSchool. This is my fourthproduction with OCCT. Myfavorite roles include a FeaturedDancer in The Music Man andAlice in Alice in Wonderland.Other hobbies that I enjoy arebodysurfing, dance, andsinging. Enjoy this magicalperformance!

Sarah DrokerMrs Correy /

Chimney Sweep

This is my 1st show with OCCT.I've been in many performanceswith Marina's MusicDepartment, including aprincipal Follie in Crazy for Youand Miss Dorothy in ThoroughlyModern Millie. I've been in manyof APA's Musicals includingJack's Mother and Rapunzel inInto the Woods. I'd like to thankmy family and friends for theirsupport and love. Enjoy theshow!

SophiaDoumanianEnsemble

Hello! I'm 12 years old andgoing into the 7th grade atMarine View Middle School.This is my 2nd show with OCCTand I'm so excited to be in "MaryPoppins". My hobbies aredancing, musical theater, andspending time with friends. Iwould like to thank the creativeboard and of course my momand dad for their love andsupport. Hope you enjoy!!

Annalise FujiiChimney Sweep

Hello! I am 14 years old and aSophomore at HuntingtonBeach High School. I am in theAPA program as a MusicalTheatre major and a Danceminor. I have been in 12 showsoverall and this will be my 3rd atOCCT. The other shows I wasin were The Sound of Music andSeussical. Thanks for comingand please enjoy the show.

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Molly GoochChimney Sweep

I'm a senior at Los Alamitos HSand a member of Xpressionsconcert choir and the Nationalaward-winning SoundFX ShowChoir. I love all aspects oftheatre - singing, dancing,performing & backstage tech -all of which I fell in love with asan 8 year old kid at OCCT.Thanks directors for casting mein another amazing show! Havefun, everyone!

Jordan HalloranMichael Banks

Hi, I am so excited to be in thisamazing show with someamazing cast members. Also Iwould like to thank the creativeand producing team for givingme this incredible opportunity. Iam in ninth grade at HuntingtonBeach High School and will beattending the Academy for thePerforming Arts. I hope youenjoy the show!

Sarena HapkeEnsemble

Hello, and welcome to the show.This is my 9th show with OCCT.This year I will be enteringHuntington Beach High Schoolas a freshman in APA, with amajor of Costume Design.Special thanks to my family whoare so supportive witheverything. Special thanks tomy brother who is always therefor me, be safe Noah! Hope youenjoy the show!

Lauren HarveyChimney Sweep

This will be my 10th show withOCCT. I've been Tweedle Deein Alice in Wonderland, afeatured dancer in Music Man,and a postulant in Sound ofMusic. I also helpedchoreograph the telegrammersin Grease! Not only have Ilearned so much from theseshows, but I’ve also made life-long friends. I hope you have afabulous journey throughLondon! Cheerio!

Maxwell HolleyAdmiral Boom /

Ensemble

I am very excited to be inOCCT's Mary Poppins.Although this is my first showwith OCCT, I have performed inseveral shows with othercompanies, including Hairspray,Spamalot, and West Side Story.Currently, I am a member ofAPA's Surf City Singers andMarina High School's VikingChoir.

Alexa KusnerChimney Sweep

I’m a sophomore in the MusicalTheater Conservatory at OCSA.I’ve been in 23 shows withOCCT, OCSA and The GemTheater. I enjoy the beach, myfriends, and taking actinglessons at Take the StageStudio. Thank you, BethanyPrice and Damien Lorton forchallenging me to step out of mycomfort zone and take risks. I’mso grateful for my family who arealways supportive of me.

AshleighHuntington

Chimney Sweep

I'm a 14 year old OCSA MusicalTheatre freshman who lovesperforming on stage inmusicals, plays, dancing, orpageants. This is my 5th showwith OCCT. Some of my favoriteroles have been Winnifred inOnce Upon a Mattress, Hattiein Kiss Me Kate, and acheerleader in Grease! Thankyou to the directors for theopportunity to be in such a greatproduction! Enjoy the show!

Cole LaBrakeGeorge Banks

I'm 16 years old and have beenperforming since 2010 when Idid my first show, Annie, as anensemble member at SowersMiddle School. I'm currently aJunior in APA, and go to MarinaHigh School. Some other showsI've been in are Grease asRoger at Sowers Middle School,and The Secret Garden as Benat The Academy for thePerforming Arts.

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Alyssa LeBlancEnsemble

Hi, I'm 9 years old and this is my6th show with OCCT. Some ofmy favorites are Alice inWonderland, Music Man, andGrease. I like to sing, dance,cuddle with my puppy, Allie, andplay with my friends. I hope thatyou will enjoy the show!

AnthonyLeBlancEnsemble

I am almost 12 and going into6th grade. This is my third showwith OCCT and it's been a blast.I've met many new friends andlearned many new dances toenjoy on stage. A big shoutoutto my friends including myfamily in Jolly Holiday, many ofthe toys, and a few bankers.Enjoy the show and remember,"Anything can happen if you letit!"

Cassidy LedfordChimney Sweep

I am excited to be performing inmy first OCCT show. My recentroles include; Mrs. Meers inThoroughly Modern Millie,Wife/Ensemble in Joseph, andFlower/Flying Card in Alice inWonderland. I will be a Seniorat Marina High School where Iam involved in two advancedchoirs and the spring musical. Iwould like to thank my friendsand family for supporting me.

Blake LeighPark Keeper /

Chimney Sweep

This is my 3rd show with OCCTand 4th show in total. It hasbeen a lot of fun putting thisshow together. I've played Lukein Anything Goes and Olin Brittin Music Man. I hope you enjoythe show!

Allie LentChimney Sweep

Oh hey, didn't see you there! I'm17 years old and will be startingmy senior year at Foothill HighSchool. I have been a part ofOCCT for 9 years with rolesincluding Lily St. Regis in Annie,Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka, andMiss Lynch in Grease. Thistheater has been a huge part ofmy life, so thank you forsupporting our company. Enjoythe show!

Clark MatthewsNeleus / Chimney

Sweep

Welcome, this is my first showwith OCCT. I am 16 years oldand going into the 11th grade atFountain Valley High School.Thanks to my mom, Julie, forworking so hard and putting ona great show. Now, sit back andenjoy.

Brianna LiddiWinifred Banks

Hi! I am 17 years old and this ismy 3rd show with OCCT. I justgraduated from OCSA and willattend Cypress College in theFall. I have made many newfriends and have gainedinvaluable knowledge from thisexperience. Thank you so muchto everyone who made thismagical show possible!

Andrew McClaveEnsemble

Hi, I'm 10 years old and amexcited to be in my 3rd OCCTshow. I enjoy playing flagfootball, tennis, swimming,video games and hanging outwith my friends. A big shout outto my sisters, Katie and Piper,and to my little brother, Jack,who are all in Mary Poppins withme. Thank you to all thedirectors for casting me and formaking rehearsals fun.

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Katie McClaveEnsemble

Hi, I'm 12 years old and havebeen in many OCCT showsover the last 4 years. I enjoyacting, singing, dancing, playingguitar, surfing, art, anddesigning clothes. This summerI spent several days in LosAngeles and New Yorkdesigning and making clothes.Enjoy the show!

PatrickMcCormick

Bank Chairman /Ensemble

I am a thirteen-year-old youngactor who has an intensepassion for musical theatre. Ihave been a lead in 4 of myschool plays, and I amperforming in the role of AlbertPeterson in Bye, Bye Birdie. Iwant to thank my supportive andfantastic family and friends forencouraging me to reach for mygoals and dreams. Enjoy theshow!

Haley McKinneyEnsemble

Hello and Welcome to CherryTree Lane! I am 9 1/2 years oldand this is my third OCCT show.I have loved every minute of it!Some of my past roles havebeen a Flower in "Alice inWonderland" and aTelegrammer in "Grease".When I am not on the stage Ilike to watch "Jessie" and goswimming. Now, sit back, relaxand enjoy the show!

Malia MerrillChimney Sweep

Hey! I am 15, a sophomore atHBHS, and a Musical Theatremajor in APA. My favorite rolesinclude a refugee in MissSaigon, a Senior in Grease, andthe Caterpillar in Alice inWonderland. This is my 6thshow with OCCT. Outside oftheatre I enjoy art, music, andthe beach. Thank you to myfamily and friends for supportingmy craziness! Enjoy the show!

Seth MerrillChimney Sweep

Heyyy! This is my fifth show withOCCT and it's been another funexperience. I was recentlyaccepted into the Academy forthe Performing Arts atHuntington Beach Highmajoring in Musical Theater andI can't wait! Break a leg to mysisters Malia and Zariah, I knowyou two will both do awesome!

Liam MileyMichael Banks

Hi there, I am 8 years old andvery excited to be playing therole of Michael Banks in OCCT'sproduction of Mary Poppins.Some of my favorite plays Ihave done include Annie(Starlight), Cinderella (OCCT)and Seussical (Yaya's). I wouldlike to give a shout out to JordanHalloran and my sister MoniqueMiley. Now sit back, relax andenjoy the show!

Jayna MeyerMiss Smyth /

Ensemble

I am 14 years old and will beattending the Orange CountySchool of the Arts as afreshman Musical Theatre majorin the fall. This is my secondshow with OCCT, but 26thproduction overall, includingMrs. Paroo in Music Man,Stepsister in Cinderella, andNancy in Oliver! Jr. I thank theamazing directors for thiswonderful experience.

Monique MileyEnsemble

Hi! My name is Monique Mileyand this year I am starting the9th grade at Huntington BeachHigh. I will also be starting APAas a musical theater major. Iwould like to mention my bestfriends Sydney Stapp, SheridanScarborough, and Brianna Liddi.I would like to give a veryspecial shoutout to my littlebrother Liam Miley playingMicheal Banks.

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SavannaNavarro

Ensemble

Hi! My name is SavannaNavarro, I’m 11 years old andthis is my 2nd show with OCCT!I had a great time in Alice inWonderland and loved being onstage! I’m very excited to be apart of OCCT again and lookforward to many more shows! Ihope you enjoy Mary Poppins! Bailee O’Connell

Chimney Sweep

Hello! I’m fifteen years old, anda sophomore at HuntingtonBeach High School.Additionally, I am in theAcademy for the PerformingArts in the Musical Theatredepartment. When I’m not atrehearsal, I like to tap danceand hang out with my friends. Ihope you enjoy our productionof Mary Poppins!

Colin ParrottEnsemble

Mary Poppins is my 8th show.My favorite roles include Jo Join Seussical, the King in Alice inWonderland, and 4-year-oldTommy in The Who's Tommy. Ilove writing, reading anddebating. I'm excited to be a 5thgrader and hope to attend aperforming arts school. Jilllian Ponchak

Ensemble

I am thrilled to be in my very firstOCCT production. I've enjoyedspending time with old friendsand making new ones too. I am13 years old and attend MarineView Middle School where Iparticipate in Jazz Ensemble.When not on stage, you can findme in my bathtub, where I'vesingle-handedly caused thestatewide drought. Hope youenjoy the show!

Kayla QuirozMrs. Brill /

Chimney Sweep

Hello! I am 14 years old andgoing into 9th grade at LosAlamitos High School. MaryPoppins is my 23rd theatricalproduction. This has been a funexperience playing Mrs. Brill! Ihave had asupercalifragilisticexpialidocioustime in this production of MaryPoppins! Thank you for comingand I hope you enjoy the show!

Matthew RangelEnsemble

I am so excited to be a part ofOCCT's production of MaryPoppins. It has been a greatopportunity to show how muchI love to sing, dance, and act.Plus, the best part of it all wasthat I was able to spend timewith my amazing friendsSheridan and Abby. I hope youenjoy the show as much as Ihave making it. See ya'll onstage.

Katie RangelEnsemble

Hello! I am ten years old and Igo to Dwyer Middle School. Thisis my FIRST show with OCCTand it had been the mostspectacular experience of mylife! I love acting, singing,dancing, and gaming! It is nowmy pleasure to introduceOCCT's production of MaryPoppins! Keep calm and singon!

Paul RasoeEnsemble

Hello! I am 13 years old and willbe attending 8th grade atSowers Middle School. Myfavorite show that I performedwith OCCT was Music Man asEwart Dunlop. I love singing anddancing. I would like to thank myfamily for supporting me. I wouldlike to give a shout out to MattRangel, Jordan Halloran, andAbby Young. Now sit back,relax, and enjoy the show.

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Hannah RiceEnsemble

Hello, I am Hannah M. Rice andthis is my third magicalproduction with Orange CountyChildren's Theater. From thebottom of my heart I hope youtruly enjoyed the show. Andremember, anything canhappened when you feed thebirds and fly a kite. Corey Sand

Ensemble

I am excited to be in my secondOCCT production! I am usuallyout playing football with myfriends or learning how to playlacrosse but I have had a blastdoing Mary Poppins andmeeting new friends!! Thanks toMom, Dad, Emma and Nataliefor all the love and support!

Emma SandChimney Sweep

I am so excited to be in my 4thshow with OCCT and I'm thrilledthat it is Mary Poppins!! My lovefor dance and musical theatreboth come together with thisshow. Thank you to Mom, Dad,Natalie, and my brother, Corey,who I get to do my first OCCTshow with! Sheridan

ScarboroughEnsemble

Hi! I am a 13 year old freshmanat Huntington Beach HighSchool, and I am part of theAPA musical theatre program.A few of my past shows includeLegally Blonde, Grease, andAlice in Wonderland. In my freetime I enjoy singing, swimming,and hanging out with my friends.I would like to thank everyonewho has supported me. Enjoythe show!

ElizabethSchlosserEnsemble

Welcome to an amazingproduction of Mary Poppins!This show marks my 9th showwith OCCT. You may haverecently seen me as Louisa VonTrapp in Sound of Musicthrough Sowers Middle Schoolor a Female Quartet member inMusic Man through OCCT. Inmy free time I enjoy hanging outwith friends and going to thebeach. Hope you enjoy this"Practically Perfect" show.

Carolyn SellersEnsemble

Hi, I am 14 and going into 9thgrade at HBHS, where I will beinvolved in the APA program.This is my third production atOCCT and I have loved everyminute of it. I would like to thankall the directors and the newfriends I have made. I hope youenjoy this magical production,so sit back and watch becausesomethin' is brewin' and 'bout tobegin!

HannahSchooner

Chimney Sweep

I will be a Sophomore at HBHS'sAPA musical theater program inthe fall. I am also a princess atbirthday parties. This will be my13th show altogether and 3rdshow with OCCT. Main rolesinclude: Dorothy in Wizard ofOz, Cheshire Cat and Queen ofHearts in Alice in Wonderland,and Isadora in Grunch. I amhaving a blast and hope to domany more shows with OCCTin the future.

Caitlin SheetzEnsemble

Hello my name is Caitlin Sheetz.I am twelve years old and Ienjoy acting, singing, dancing,soccer, hanging with friends,and going to the beach. This ismy thirteenth OCCT show.Some of my favorite showswere Grease, Peter Pan, andAlice in Wonderland. Hope youenjoy the show!

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Regan SheetzEnsemble

Hello my name Regan! This ismy 10th show with OCCT. Youmay have seen me in our pasttwo shows of Alice inWonderland and Music Man.Other than theater I enjoyplaying tennis, baking, andannoying my sister. Thanks forcoming and I hope you enjoy theshow!

Gigi SierraMiss Andrew /

Ensemble

Hello, I am fifteen years old andattend Millikan High School.This is my first OCCT show, butI have been performing inmusicals since I was four yearsold. Some of my favorite roleshave been Sarah Brown in Guysand Dolls, Tracey Turnblad inHairspray, and Ariel in The LittleMermaid. I am thrilled to be apart of this cast!

Britnee SmedleyEnsemble

Hi! I am 10 years old and this ismy second show with OCCT. Ienjoy dancing, hanging out withfriends, and playing with my dogLilee! I am so excited to performin this show. My first show wasAlice in Wonderland, where Iwas a Butterfly. I hope you guysenjoy the show! Novelee

SmedleyJane Banks

Hi! I am 13 years old and havebeen with OCCT for severalyears. Some of my favorite roleshave been Little Red in Into theWoods and Dormouse in Alicein Wonderland. I am so honoredto be playing this part. Thankyou to all the directors whomade this show possible. Hopeyou enjoy the show!

Phoebe SmithChimney Sweep

I'm 15 years old and asophomore at Millikan HighSchool. This is my 6th show withOCCT and 16th in all. My lastperformance with OCCT was inAlice in Wonderland as theCheshire Cat. Outside of OCCT,I am active in my school’sImprov Team and I sing at mychurch. I would like to thankeveryone who’s helped mereach the level of performingarts I'm at today. Enjoy the show!

Sydney StapQueen Victoria /

Ensemble

Hi! Welcome to OCCT's MaryPoppins. I'm currently 13 yearsold and going into my freshmanyear at HBHS where I will majorin Musical Theatre in APA. Ienjoy skateboarding, reading,and the internet. Have a greattime in England and enjoy theshow!

Lauren SnowBird Woman /

Ensemble

This is my 2nd OCCTproduction after Oliver 8 yearsago! I am a senior at FVHS andam in the Troubadours, the topvocal music ensemble. I alsoserve in Concert Choir as astudent director and studentaccompanist. I recently went toNYC with my Concert Choir. Ahighlight was meeting the castof "Les Mis"!

Izzie StoddartMiss Lark /Ensemble

Welcome to Cherry Tree Lane!I am so honored to be a part ofthis production of Mary Poppins.I am 13 years old and currentlya student at Orange CountySchool of the Arts in the actingconservatory. This is my firstshow here at OCCT and it hasbeen the experience of alifetime. I hope you enjoy thissupercalifragilisticexpialidociousshow!

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Riley SummersEnsemble

HI everyone! I have done 15shows, but this is my 3rd withOCCT. I'm going into 7th gradeat OCSA in the actingconservatory. I thank my family,directors, friends, and brothers,Tanner and Shea. I also thankmy best friends: MB girls, the sixweirdoes, and the CookieCrummies! I hope you all haveSupercalifragilisticexpialidocious time at the show.

Bryson TaylorChimney Sweep

Hey everyone! I am 14 years oldand will be a freshman at OCSAin the fall. My favorite roles withOCCT include Jojo in Seussicaland Benjamin in Joseph and theAmazing TechnicolorDreamcoat. Outside of theater,I enjoy hanging out with friendsand playing computer games. Iwould like to thank everyoneinvolved with the show. Now sitback and have a jolly holidaywith Mary Poppins!

KaitlinTsukamotoEnsemble

Welcome to Mary Poppins! Thisis my second show with OCCT.I’m super excited about it! Iknow you paid money for yourwhole seat, but the only part ofit you’ll need is the edge. Everycast member and person whohas helped with the preparationhas worked so hard, whichmeans that this production ispractically perfect in every way!Enjoy the show!

AndreaVillalobosEnsemble

Hi, I am 9 years old and this ismy second show with OCCT! Iwould like to thank my mom anddad for always helping me getbetter and not being shyanymore. I would also like tothank my brother for beingsupportive with me in this show,Mary Poppins. I hope youENJOY THE SHOW OVER THEROOF TOP!

GustavoVillalobos

Chimney Sweep

My name is Gustavo Villalobos.I am 15 years of age and ajunior this year at LAHS. I wouldlike to give a shout out to mysister Andrea for her 2nd SHOWIN THE CAST!! PROUD OFYOU... I would like to thank thedirectors and producers forgiving me this opportunity andto my parents for supporting me.Well, sit back and relax, it's timefor STEP IN TIME!!

Grace WilcoxJane Banks

I'm 11 years old and attend ThePegasus School. This is myfavorite role to date and I'minfinitely grateful for theopportunity! Recent creditsinclude OCCT's The Music Man,professional productions ofOliver! and Romeo & Juliet, anational milk commercial, andseveral films. Thanks to thedirectors and cast for endlessinspiration and support!

SamanthaWalker

Ensemble

I'm 12 years old and I will beentering OCSA in the fall. Thisis my 10th OCCT show. Myfavorite roles include Molly inAnnie and Dormouse in Alice inWonderland with the Attic. In myfree time, I like to watch DoctorWho, play games and hang outwith my sister. Enjoy the showand play nice with your toys.

Damon WilliamsRobertson Ay /

Chimney Sweep

I am a sophomore at HBHSwhere I am a part of APA andtake classes for Musical Theatreand Dance. This is my secondshow with OCCT. I have beenin Grease, The Music Man, MissSaigon, Damn Yankees, Hello,Dolly!, The Wizard of Oz, andAnnie. Mary Poppins is actuallyone of my favorite musicals andI am so happy to be a part of it.Enjoy the show!

CAST

Graham WojcikJohn Northbrook /Chimney Sweep

It is my pleasure to be in MaryPoppins. I will be a sophomoreat Millikan High School. This ismy 4th show with OCCT. Myfavorite role was Vince Fontainein Grease. I love the time I havespent with OCCT. I have mademany friends and will remembermy OCCT experience for therest of my days. Good luck tothe cast of Mary Poppins andhere’s to another great show!Love you all!

Jennifer WooEnsemble

Welcome to the practicallyperfect world of Mary Poppins!This is my 7th show with OCCT.Some of my favorite showswere Sound of Music, Grease,and The Music Man, but I lovedthem all! I love being with myfriends, dancing, drawing and ofcourse being here! I'm superexcited to attend OCSA in thefall with two of my best friendsSami and Katie!

Abby YoungEnsemble

Welcome to Cherry Tree Lane!I am 13 and will be attendingOak Middle School in the fall. Iam so excited to be in thisproduction! I would like to thankmy friends, family, and directorsfor supporting me. In my freetime, I like to go to Disneylandwith my friends and watchmovies with my family. Now sitback, relax, and feed the birds!

Sarah YoungEnsemble

Hi! I'm 11 and will be starting 6thgrade at Oak Middle School inthe fall. This is my 13th showwith OCCT and I have lovedevery one! My favorites wereThe Sound of Music and TheMusic Man. I'd like to give ashout-out to the 6 Weirdos andmy mom, dad, and sister, Abby,who is also in the show. Nowwhat are we waiting for, let's gofly a kite!

CAST

COMMITTEE LEADS

Ad Designer: Jesse Parrott

Box Office: Christy Sheetz

Cast Party: Lulie Kushner

Lead Editor : Jenni Bielicki

Marketing: Julie Guaderrama

Photography: Nazaire LeBlanc

Program Design: Nazaire LeBlanc

Refreshments: Michael Rangel

Souvenirs/Merchandising: Lorraine Ross

Megan Walker - Telegrammer Choreographer

Megan is absolutely ecstatic to be working with herTelegrammers again. She is a 19 year-old OCCT alum, whoparticipated in seven shows over the course of three years.Her favorite OCCT credits include "Cinderella" in Rodgers andHammerstein’s Cinderella and "Rizzo" in Grease. She has alsoperformed with the Chance Theater, Musical Theatre OrangeCounty, and Broadway on Tour. Megan graduated from theOrange County School of the Arts in 2014 from the MusicalTheatre Conservatory, and now attends CSUF, where she ismajoring in Theatre Arts with a Musical TheaterConcentration. Some of her favorite credits include "Wanda"

in Fancy Nancy, The Musical at the Chance, and a council member in MTOC's Hairspray. Just lastyear, she placed 2nd overall for “Solo Performance - Monologues” at the International ThespianFestival, and was featured in the magazine Dramatics. Megan always feels at home with OCCTand has thoroughly enjoyed every second of it. She hopes all her “Tellies” put on a greatperformance, and she wishes luck to the rest of the cast.

Hannah Cole - Telegrammer Choreographer

Hello! Thank you so much for attending this wonderfulproduction of Mary Poppins. My name is Hannah Cole and Ihave been in three OCCT shows. I am 17 years old and attendSantiago Canyon College. I have always loved watching thetelegrammers perform so when I was given this opportunityI immediately snatched it up! It's been so amazing to watchthese kids develop even more of a passion for the arts and Iam so thankful that I was given the chance to help it grow. Iam so proud of each and every one of these telegrammersand I hope you enjoy watching them perform as much as Ido!

SydneyConcepcionTelegrammer

Hello! Welcome to OCCT’sproduction of Mary Poppins. It’sso nice that you’re here to watchour wonderful play. I'm 7 yearsold and going into 3rd grade. Myfun summer activities areswimming, tennis, aerial gym,rock climbing, singing, playingthe piano, horse riding andlearning to cook. Don't forget tobuy a telegram! Thanks & enjoythe show!

SavannahFerguson

Telegrammer

MaryPoppins will be my firstshow and I am very excited tobe a part of thissupercalifragilisticexpialidocious production! I also enjoysinging, dancing, and I amcurrently learning to play thepiano.

Collin HigginsTelegrammer

I'm so excited to be aTelegrammer again and performon stage! This is my 3rd showwith OCCT. I'm 8 year old andgoing into 2nd grade atPeterson Elementary. When I'mnot singing and dancing aroundthe house, I love playingfootball, building Legos andplaying with my buddies. Comefind me and buy a telegram!!

Cassidy HobbyTelegrammer

I'm so excited to be aTelegrammer in Mary Poppins!!I'm 7 1/2 & in 3rd grade. This isthe first show I'm in for OCCT,but I was in the Lion King &Annie at P.Conservatory. I lovesinging, dancing, tennis andswimming. I'm a Girl ScoutBrownie. Thank You Papa, Yai,Mom, Dad, my Brothers, Sistersand Cooper for your love &support!!!! I LOVE YOU!!!

Angie LeBlancTelegrammer

Hi, I'm 5 years old and will be inkindergarten this year. You mayhave seen me as a kitty catTelegrammer in Alice. I love allmy friends at OCCT and I alsolike to spend time with my familydoing fun things. I like swimmingtoo. I hope we have one of thebest shows ever! Have a goodtime! I love you! Buy a telegram!

Jack McClaveTelegrammer

Hi, I'm 6 years old and lovefootball, basketball, soccer,swimming, Boy Scouts, chess,and video games. This is mysecond OCCT show. A bigshout out to my brother and twosisters in the show. Enjoywatching Mary Poppins!

Aylania LeBlancTelegrammer

Hello everyone! I'm 7 years oldand this is my sixth show withOCCT. In every show that mustbe done, there is an element offun... Some of the most fun wereGrease, Music Man and Alice! Ienjoy singing, dancing andplaying with my friends. I alsolove to swim, do gymnastics,paint and draw. I hope you havefun seeing the show! Buy atelegram!

Piper McClaveTelegrammer

Hi, I'm 8 years old. I love to sing,act, dance hip hop, makevideos, hang out with my friendsand play with my dog Lulu. I alsoenjoy being a part of OCCT.Thank you Megan and Hannahfor making rehearsals fun. A bigshout out to my sister and twobrothers who are in this showtoo. Don't forget to buy atelegram!

Telegrammers

Zariah MerrillTelegrammer

Hi! I'm so excited to do my thirdshow with OCCT! I'm 5 yearsold and in kindergarten. Myfavorite things to do are singing,dancing, and gymnastics. I alsolove to draw, color, skateboard,and boogie board. I'm veryhappy to do another show withmy big sister and my big brotherbecause I love them very much.Enjoy the show!!

Lilli ParrottTelegrammer

I love to act and sing. This is mythird OCCT show and I mostrecently played the Ace andBaby Sour Kangaroo at TheAttic. I love Taylor Swift andPiper is my BFF!

DelaneySanchez

Telegrammer

Hello! I am 7 1/2 years old andam going into the second gradeat Vessels School. I am sohappy to be in my second playwith OCCT. I love singing,dancing, and being on stage ingreat costumes! I also enjoyswimming, riding my bike andriding horses. I hope that youenjoy watching OCCT's MaryPoppins, and don't forget to buya telegram!

CheyenneSchelhorn

Telegrammer

My name is CheyenneSchelhorn and I am six yearsold. This is my very firstperformance and I am soexcited! I can't wait for my wholefamily to watch me sing anddance on the big stage. Thanksto my fun teachers for all theirhelp.

Telegrammers

Aly WestTelegrammer

Hi! My name is Aly and I'm 7years old. I will enter 2nd gradethis fall at Huntington ChristianSchool. This is my 2nd timeperforming as a Telegrammer.I was recently a member of theAlice in Wonderland cast and Ienjoyed it so much I came backto do Mary Poppins. I starteddancing at 2 1/2 years old andlove musical theater. SomedayI hope to be part of the maincast.

Mary Poppins - Sydney DeMariaBert - Adam BlanchardGeorge Banks - Cole LaBrakeKatie Nana - Bria Booth

(8/14, 8/15 evening, 8/21, 8/22 matinee)

Jane Banks - Grace WilcoxMichael Banks - Liam Miley

(8/15 matinee, 8/16, 8/22 evening, 8/23)

Jane Banks - Novelee SmedleyMichael Banks - Jordan Halloran

John Northbrook - Graham WojcikMiss Andrew - Gigi SierraMrs. Brill - Kayla Quiroz

Miss Lark - Issie StoddartMiss Smyth - Jayna MeyerMrs. Correy - Sarah DrokerNeleus - Clark MatthewsQueen Victoria - Sydney StappRobertson Ay - Damon WilliamsWinifred Banks - Brianna LiddiBird Woman - Lauren SnowAdmiral Boom - Maxwell HolleyBank Chairman - Patrick McCormickPoliceman - Kylan ArmentaPark Keeper - Blake Leigh

Starring

Rebecca AndersonKai ArroyoEmily AshcraftOmar ChoyBridget DeMariaNatalie DoumanianAnnalise Fujii

Molly GoochLauren HarveyAshleigh HuntingtonAlexa KushnerCassidy LedfordAllie LentMalia Merrill

Seth MerrillBailee O’ConnellEmma SandHannah SchoonerPhoebe SmithBryson TaylorGustavo Villalobos

Chimney Sweeps

Bella ArnoldPilar BascopeSarah BielickiLindsey DenboSophia DoumanianSarena HapkeAlyssa LeBlancAnthony LeBlancAndrew McClaveKatie McClaveHaley McKinneyIsabel Melgoza

Monique MileySavanna NavarroColin ParrottJillian PonchakMatthew RangelKatie RangelPaul RasoeHannah RiceCorey SandSheridan ScarboroughElizabeth SchlosserCarolyn Sellers

Caitlin SheetzRegan SheetzBritnee SmedleyRiley SummersKaitlin TsukamotoAndrea VillalobosSamantha WalkerJennifer WooAbby YoungSarah Young

Ensemble

ACT ONEScene 1 Rooftop, Street, Parlor

Prologue : BertCherry Tree Lane (Part 1) – Winifred, Mrs. Brill, Jane, Michael, RobertsonAy, GeorgeThe Perfect Nanny – Jane, MichaelCherry Tree Lane (Part 2) – Winifred, Mrs. Brill, Jane, Michael, RobertsonAy, George

Scene 2 ParlorScene 3 Nursery

Practically Perfect – Mary Poppins, Jane, MichaelScene 4 Park

All Me Own Work – BertJolly Holiday – Bert, Jane, Michael, Neleus, Mary Poppins, Ensemble

Scene 5 ParlorLet’s Hope She Will Stay – George, Winifred, Jane, Michael

Scene 6 Street, KitchenWinds do Change – BertA Spoonful of Sugar – Mary Poppins, Jane, Michael, Robertson Ay,Winifred

Scene 7 BankPrecision and Order – Clerks, Board Members, Chairman, Von Hussler,NorthbrookA Man Has Dreams – George

Scene 8 Cathedral StepsFeed the Birds – Bird Woman, Mary Poppins, Ensemble

Scene 9 Park, Talking ShopSupercalifragilisticexpialidocious – Mary Poppins, Bert, Jane, Michael,Mrs. Corry, CustomersSupercalifragilisticexpialidocious – Bert, Customers

Scene 10 Street, ParlorTwists and Turns – Bert

Scene 11 NurseryPlaying the Game – Mary Poppins, Valentine, Toys

Scene 12 RoofChim Chiminey – Bert, Mary Poppins

ACT TWOScene 1 Street Parlor

Cherry Tree Lane (Reprise) – Mrs. Brill, Robertson Ay, Jane, Michael,Winifred, GeorgeBrimstone and Treacle (Part 1) – Miss Andrew

Scene 2 ParkLet’s Go Fly a Kite – Bert, Park Keeper, Michael, Jane, Ensemble, MaryPoppins

Scene 3 ParkGood for Nothing / Being Mrs. Banks – George, Winifred

Scene 4 ParlorBrimstone and Treacle (Part 2) – Mary Poppins, Miss Andrew

Scene 5 NurseryPractically Perfect (Reprise) – Jane, Michael, Mary Poppins

Scene 6 Roof, ParlorStep In Time – Bert, Michael, Jane, Sweeps, Mary PoppinsDown the Chimney – Bert, SweepsA Man Has Dreams / A Spoonful of Sugar (Reprise) – George, Bert

Scene 7 Nursery, Cathedral StepsAnything Can Happen (Part 1) – Mary Poppins, Jane, Michael, Winifred,Bird Woman

Scene 8 BankGive Us the Word – Chairman, Board of Directors, George

Scene 9 Park, HeavensAnything Can Happen (Part 2) – Mary Poppins, Bert, Jane, Michael,Company

Scene 10 NurseryA Spoonful of Sugar (Reprise) – Mary PoppinsBows – Company

MEMBERS OF OCCT

AND A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE OCCT’S GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

WE WOULDN’T BE HERE WITHOUT YOU!

The Orange County Children’s Theatre is a parent run, all volunteer, non-profit youth organization. We aresupported by ticket sales, membership dues, and donations. You, your family, or your business may become amember of OCCT. All membership levels, except, Lifetime & Affiliate, are valid for a year from the date of payment.

OCCT Membership Levels and Information

General Membership - $25.00 yearly donation. Entitled to one vote at the annual General Membershipmeeting, we provide accident insurance for cast members, and you will receive all OCCT mailings.

Patron Membership - $100.00 yearly donation. Includes 2 tickets to each production, is entitled to one vote atthe annual General Membership meeting and publication of your name in each program that year.

Friends Membership - $175.00 yearly donation. Includes 2 tickets to each production, is entitled to one vote atthe annual General Membership meeting, publication of your name in each program that year, and acomplimentary business card sized ad in each program that year.

Sponsor Membership - $250.00 yearly donations. Includes 2 tickets to each production, is entitled to one voteat the annual General Membership meeting, publication of your name in each program that year, and acomplimentary ¼ page ad in each program that year.

Affiliate Membership - $600.00 tri-annual (every 3 years) donation. Includes 2 tickets to each production, isentitled to one vote at the annual General Membership meeting, publication of your name in each program thatyear, a complimentary business card sized ad in each program that year, and a signed cast shirt per show.

Lifetime Membership - $1,000.00 or more one-time donation. Includes all the benefits of a SponsorMembership and may receive a signed cast shirt per show.

Corporate SponsorsDisney

Patrons of OCCTBaklayan Family, Brown/StilsonFamily, Denbo Family, DeMariaFamily, Kushner Family, ParrottFamily, McClave Family, DavidRobillard, Scarborough Family,Schlosser Family, Summers Family,Walker Family, West Family, WilcoxFamily

Supportive SponsorsThe Schooner Family

Friends of OCCTThe Bielicki Family, McClave Family

Lifetime MembersH.E. Durbin and FamilyBarbara Dotson FamilyMichael FurlongMolyneaux/Berg FamilyJoel HorsagerTracy FurlongVeyette FamilyEric EdborgDiane Thielen and Peter RasoeFamilyThe Rangel Family TrustRodriquez (Serrano) FamilyRobert and Kandi Ortega in memoryof Judy EilandThe Booth FamilyThe Young Family

Honorary Lifetime MembersAl and Mavis EthansDave HallDorothy HassayCarlone HermanPhil LisleAlfonso LugaJolene MackTerri Miller SchmidtAnn O’BrienJohn and Dawn PeckShari WhiteChris LoveMike Gooch